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Outside Plant Technician

Verizon

Plainedge, NY
7 days ago
$715.00 - $2,096.00

Job Description

Join Verizon as an Outside Plant Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in connecting communities through innovative telecommunications. Your responsibilities will include maintaining and repairing equipment, operating necessary machinery, and ensuring the reliability of our network. This position offers a path for career growth and a chance to make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

  • Connecting, disconnecting, testing, repairing, maintaining Company and customer-provided equipment
  • Operating trucks and equipment needed to perform work operations safely
  • Installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing access lines for all types of equipment and technology
  • Performing construction work using designated equipment for digging holes, placing poles, and laying cable/conduit
  • Reading and interpreting engineering plans and vendor specifications
  • Climbing ladders, working aloft, and moving/lifting items generally not exceeding 100 lbs
  • Working evenings, weekends, holidays, and unscheduled shifts as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Valid state driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • CDL or the ability to obtain a CDL

Preferred Qualifications

  • A related Associate Degree or 2 or more years of relevant work experience
  • Completed Verizon Technician Program or similar programs covering electrical or lineman training

Benefits & Perks

Health and wellness benefits401(k) Savings PlanStock incentive programsPaid time offAdoption assistanceTuition assistance